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Mayor thanks The Mortgage Shop for supporting her ‘10 in Ten’ initiative

29 October 2026

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Grace Uí Niallais, has visited The Mortgage Shop on Duke Street to thank them for supporting her ‘10 in Ten’ initiative.

The fundraising drive is recruiting small local businesses within the Council area who are willing to pledge £100 per month for ten months in support of her chosen charity, Hive Cancer Support.

Hive has been providing counselling, support and care services to individuals and families affected by cancer across the North West for more than two decades.

During her visit to their Waterside office, the Mayor met with staff to personally thank them for their support and commitment to the initiative.

“I am delighted that The Mortgage Shop has chosen to get involved in the ‘10 in Ten’ initiative,” she said.

“Local businesses are at the heart of our city and district, and it is fantastic to see them supporting worthy causes and giving back to the community in this way.

“I would like to sincerely thank everyone at The Mortgage Shop for their generosity and support that will have a direct, positive impact on the crucial work Hive do in support of those affected by a cancer diagnosis.”

The Mayor added that she hopes more local businesses will join the initiative over the coming months and help raise

Businesses interested in learning more about the ‘10 in Ten’ initiative can contact the Mayor’s Office for further information.

To support the Mayor's Charity: www.derrystrabane.com/MayorsCharity
For further info E mail: [email protected]

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